York Food Festival Weekend

25th - 27th September

Treat your taste buds with all the unique flavours in one of the most talked about foodie destinations. The York Food Festival Weekend brings together all the greatest tastes over three days of suitably Covid-adapted activities in the centre of the city.

Tantalisingly tasty dishes draw inspiration from all around the world and add a classically York twist. Take in the sights, smells and tastes and make it an adventure for your senses. It’s an experience you’ll find only in York.

This year's festival has been massively adapted to comply with the current COVID-19 conditions:
1. The number of traders has been reduced allowing much more space down Parliament street. All stands are produce traders only which naturally leads to less wait time and queuing.
2. The demonstration tent has social distancing tables of at least 2metres with sanitisers on every table. Staff sanitise the tables after every use and the sides are kept open. In adverse weather tent sides will be shut and masks would be required.
3. COVID officers have been appointed to monitor the site at all times and have York Bid City Hosts in the area to assist with any questions or concerns.
4. It is primarily an outdoor open event. The usual festival is large and across 10 days, this year it is much smaller.

Events

Produce Market - Bring a shopping bag! Enjoy a range of the best producers from York and the surrounding areas.

Demonstration tent - See a number of the region’s top chefs demonstrate their skills. Featured chefs will include Andrew Pern from The Star at Harome and The Star Inn the City, Steph Moon, and Neil Bentinck from Bib Gourmand-holding Skosh. There’ll also be the chance to find out more about The Larder Club and Yuzu, both new to York.

Tastings - The event will include a series of tastings, showcasing the best of local producers. Learn more about York Gin, indulge in cocktails with Fancy Hanks, pair wine and cheese with Love Cheese or get stuck into chocolate with York Cocoa Works.

Taste Trail - Explore the Tasting Hubs in different parts of the City Centre. 

Food Factory - Get hands on with a range of foods, learn how they’re made and understand the processes that go into some of the staples we enjoy on a daily basis.